(amended draft 2019)

0 Core Paths Plan (updated 2019)

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Dundee'sContents Core PagePaths Plan ...... 3 What is a Core Paths Plan and why has one been prepared? ...... 3 Our objectives for the Core Paths Plan: ...... 3 Dundee'sWhat are Core Core Paths? Path...... s PlanContents...... Page ...... 3 How did we choose the core paths in this plan? ...... 3

Key Criteria for Dundee's Core Paths ...... 4 ContentsHow have thePage needs of different user groups been met? ...... 4 Development/Future Plans ...... 4 Management and Maintenance of the Core Path Network ...... 4 What the plan shows ...... 4 Green Network and Tayplan 2016-2036 ...... 4 Overview Map 1: The Core Paths Network ...... 5 Overview Map 2: Path Types ...... 6 Overview Map 3: Core Paths Areas ...... 7 Area 1: Western Countryside Area ...... 8 Area 2: Camperdown Country Park (including Templeton Woods and Clatto Country Park) ...... 10 Area 3: , St Mary's and Kirkton ...... 12 Area 4: , Charleston and ...... 14 Area 5: West End ...... 16 Area 6: Central ...... 18 Area 7: Caird Park, Trottick and Finlathen ...... 19 Area 8: City Centre ...... 19 Area 9: West Ferry ...... 19 Area 10: Douglas, Whitfield and Fintry ...... 19 Area 11: North East Countryside ...... 19 Area 12: ...... 19 Path Index ...... 19

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2 Dundee's Core Paths Plan Dundee's Core Paths Plan A network of paths for sustainable travel and recreation within the city of Dundee

What is a Core Paths Plan and why has one been prepared? The Land Reform () Act 2003 established the right of responsible access to most of Scotland's outdoors. This right applies to people involved in non-motorised activities such as What do they look like? There is no minimum standard for core paths - the routes can be any walking, cycling, horse riding and canoeing. In practice most people will do this along clearly sort of path, including trodden earth paths, field margins, tarmac paths or even a waterway. defined paths. All Local Authorities across Scotland have drawn up plans of core paths to help These link into wider path networks and general access areas, such as open land, woodlands people use their access rights. and parks. For Dundee this means a network of protected paths for getting around, particularly for sustainable travel e.g. getting to school, work, local shops and parks. Some routes such as The Core Path Plan is used to help promote outdoor access on a network of routes throughout shared use cycle paths have signage to help navigation. the city. Core path information is on the Council website. Some routes are signposted so that local people and visitors to Dundee can use them. Ideally the paths in this plan would be suitable for all abilities and for different types of user; however, it is not a requirement of the plan for this to be the case. The Core Paths Plan is Local Authorities have been given new powers through the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003 to viewed as a base from which to build on and to develop an accessible network of paths. Our help them deliver the Core Path Network. For example, they will have the power to maintain all aspiration is to work towards a situation where each Core Path is safer, promoted, accessible, core paths whether or not these are on Council owned ground. and well maintained. It may also include related infrastructure to make the network easier and more enjoyable to use e.g. cycle parking facilities at key locations and seating. A Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) is required for the Core Paths Plan to outline any significant environmental effects related to the plan and to show how the plan takes these into It is important to note that: account, mitigates against any negative effects, and increases opportunities for positive effects.  Core Paths will not necessarily be high specification paths or suitable for all users A copy of the SEA Environmental Report is available on the Dundee City Council website. The  Core Paths will not necessarily receive higher levels of maintenance than other paths SEA criteria against which the Core Paths Plan has been assessed are listed on the following  The Core Paths Plan is a plan for the Council to build on and develop in the long term to page. improve access across the City.  Core Paths are protected, and they must be kept open at all times.

Our objectives for the Core Paths Plan: How did we choose the core paths in this plan?  To provide a basic framework of routes for leisure and everyday journeys throughout the Consultation on Dundee’s Core Path Plan took place in 2006 and 2007. We went out and about Dundee City area around Dundee asking people where they go walking, cycling, and horse riding. This generated  To connect homes, workplaces, schools, services, greenspaces, communities and the over 5500 individual responses for path sections. The consultations helped us to identify which wider countryside paths and routes are popular and where people would like to have routes developed in the  To help Dundee become a healthy and sustainable city future. We developed a set of key criteria to help us assess the information we gathered, along with our own knowledge of Dundee to produce a map of core paths. The plan was finalised The Core Paths Plan also helps to deliver a number of outcomes from other Council Plans and after a formal public consultation. Strategies such as the Outdoor Access Strategy, the Public Open Space Strategy, Local Community Plans, Dundee’s Green Network and Dundee’s Physical Activity Strategy. These In 2017 we carried out a check of the Core Path Plan, with help from Dundee Local Access outcomes include promoting access to greenspaces and services, and encouraging physical Forum. 18 changes including 1 deletion, 3 additions and 14 amendments are proposed, and activity through sustainable and active travel. subjected to another public consultation.

What are Core Paths? Core Paths are paths which meet the minimum needs of people moving around the city by non- motorised transport. Core Paths are identified through public consultation, and scored against criteria, but may be of any condition or surface depending on suitability for their users. They form a basic network of routes for exercising access rights along with pavements and other local paths.

3 Key Criteria for How have the needs of different user groups been met? The Council will continue to have, a key role in maintaining, developing and Dundee's Core Paths A wide range of groups had the opportunity to consult on the draft promoting core paths. Other paths are owned and managed by agencies or plan during consultations to ensure that the needs of, and issues individual land owners. Core path status will not change the underlying ownership

relevant to, different user groups have been considered. This includes or management arrangements. Core Paths Criteria walkers, cyclists, horse riders, people with disabilities, commuters, 1. Fit for multi-use and local community groups. Not all Core Paths can be suitable for all Volunteers will have a role to play in monitoring and maintaining the Core Paths user groups, rather, the system as a whole aims to make reasonable Network. In particular National Cycle Network Rangers will continue to monitor the 2. Creates/enhances routes and provision for each type of use. The principle adopted has been that it Sustrans National Cycle Network in Dundee. wider path network will be a matter for individuals to make an assessment of the suitability of a particular path for their intended use. This approach is The Core Path system will be monitored on an ongoing basis. Investment in 3. Allows access to cultural and consistent with the principles of responsible access set out in the upgrading a core path or developing one of the aspirational links will be based on natural heritage sites, parks Scottish Outdoor Access Code. The descriptive text that accompanies a number of factors including, the key criteria for Core Paths, the SEA objectives and visitor facilities each of the path areas is intended to assist users in making such an and how the proposed work will contribute to the sufficiency of the Core Path Network as a whole. Core Paths can attract external funding for upgrading. 4. Links community facilities (e.g. assessment. schools, shops, workplaces) What the plan shows and transport links Development/Future Plans In addition to the Core Paths, a number of paths which could be To make viewing and understanding the Core Paths Plan easier it has been 5. Avoids/mitigates negative developed in the future are suggested. These Aspiration Paths were broken down into 12 areas. For each area a there is a description of the area and environmental impact and put forward in consultations and will be held by the local authority as the types of path in the area. As Core Paths can be any type of path some land management issues paths which have significant demand for their development. Some comments about specific paths and path surfaces have been included to give an aspirational routes have been developed and proposed for inclusion idea of the types of path in the area and the types of activity they may be suitable 6. Level of public demand (from in the 2019 amendments. To be included in revisions of the Core for. A section on the opportunities presented by the Core Paths Plan has also consultations) Paths Plan these paths need to meet the majority of the Core Path been included in the area description. This includes projects and ideas that could

key criteria. The SEA for the Core Paths Plan also requires that new be taken forward as part of the long term development of the Core Paths Network. 7. Value for money paths in certain areas to undergo an 'appropriate assessment' in compliance with the Habitats Regulations of EC Directive 92/43/EEC. The maps show paths that we have identified as part of the Core Path Network through consultation with the public. Core Paths are shown as solid purple lines SEA Objectives Dundee City Council may amend paths in the Core Paths Plan and and paths which may be developed in future revisions of the plan are shown as 1. Maintain and enhance this is most likely to occur on proposed development sites. If this light blue routes with arrows at each end. Paths which are Core Paths outwith the biodiversity, flora, and fauna happens an amendment to the plan will be published in accordance Dundee City Council area have also been shown to illustrate how the Dundee with set procedures. Network connects with Perth and Kinross Council and Angus Council Path 2. Avoid damage or disturbance Networks. It should be noted that where a path is shown on one side of a road the to European Protected The Core Paths Plan will continue to be checked and updated. core path could be on either side of that road - it is the general direction of the Species and provide positive Changes to the plan will require consultation. route which is important. opportunities. Green Network and Tayplan 2016-2036 3. Conserve and where Management and Maintenance of the Core Path Network appropriate enhance the The Land Reform Act gives local authorities the power to "do anything Core Paths form part of the Dundee Green Network, which includes parks and historic environment and which they consider appropriate for the purposes of maintaining a open spaces. The provision of green infrastructure in and around towns and cities cultural heritage core path; keeping a core path free from obstruction or is now widely recognised as contributing towards creating places that function well encroachment; providing the public with directions to, or with an economically and help people to live happy and healthy lives. Connecting green 4. Promote access to the historic indication of the extent of, a core path". Local authorities do not have infrastructure components such as street trees, parks, open space, watercourses, environment a duty to maintain all core paths and while it is expected that core woodland, meadows and walking and cycling routes into a multi-functional green paths will be maintained, it will not be possible to guarantee this network helps to further improve the quality of life within an area and create 5. Maintain and enhance the across the whole network. Many of the Core Paths are already sustainable communities. Core Paths in Dundee also link to neighbouring authority quality of landscapes and managed and maintained by Dundee City Council and the Core Paths areas. This is recognised in the TAYplan Strategic Development Plan particularly townscapes. designation may help to draw in additional external funds to improve within the Tay Green Network using National Cycle Network and links from city to countryside. 6. To improve the quality of these paths. surroundings

4 Overview Map 1: The Core Paths Network

5 Overview Map 2: Path Types

6 Overview Map 3: Core Paths Areas

7 ArAreaea 1: 1: Western Western Countryside Countryside Area Area

Path Reference Numbers: 7, 39, 40, 50, 77

Summary and key features: Opportunities

Currently this area is undergoing large changes with 3 new  Create safe off-road paths, particularly between housing estates underway. Additional housing will increase Camperdown Country Park and Liff Village by the demand for path networks in the area and there may be extending path 39 with a new path through the fields opportunities to implement and upgrade the path network or owned by the Forestry Commission. to develop some of the aspirational routes through planning gain. Some new paths have already been developed since  Housing developments in this area will create 2009 adding significantly to the network in this area, both in opportunities to link the path networks and create terms of safety and in the length of accessible path network. circular routes. From the paths in this area you get excellent views of the countryside, Tay estuary and of Dundee City. It's a great  Path improvement should include space for horse place for watching wildlife such as deer, buzzards and riding, which is popular in Area 1 farmland birds. The area is close to the City and is well connected via the Green Circular route. There are path  Promotional materials detailing responsible connections to Perth and Kinross and Angus. behaviour should be developed

Path features and surfaces

 Paths 7 is on tracks. Path 50 is mainly a tarmac path with a section on a quiet road in Denhead of Gray.

 Path 40 is whindust from Invergowrie to the hotel.

 Path 39 has some sections of tarmac path by the road, where there is no pavement currently the route follows the road or go through the woodlands by the edge of the road.

8 9 Area 2: Camperdown Country Park (including Templeton Woods and Clatto Country Park) Area 2: Camperdown Country Park (including Templeton Woods and Clatto Country Park)

Path Reference Numbers: 1a, 5b, 5c, 8, 15a, 15b, 15c, 43, 44, 45, 79

Summary and key features: Opportunities Camperdown Country Park is one of Dundee's major areas for recreation and offers a wide variety of landscapes, from  Camperdown Park Masterplan includes opportunities formal country park grounds at Camperdown to woodlands at for developing outdoor activities Templeton and water at Clatto Reservoir. The paths and quiet roads in this area are suitable for a number of uses,  There are good opportunities to explore the wider path including walking, cycling and horse riding. Many of the paths network are also suitable for wheelchair and pushchair use. Water sports activities on Clatto Reservoir are co-ordinated through  A link to Area 1 would improve access and safety for the Ancrum Outdoor Education Centre. The Green Circular all users. route provides links to the local communities of Ardler, St Mary's and Charleston. Links into Angus are supported by  Some paths would benefit from improved drainage connecting signposted routes developed by the Sidlaw Path and resurfacing. Network Group to the Angus Core Path on Blairfield Rd, Birkhill. Interpretation boards provide information on  Promote the natural and cultural heritage of the area biodiversity and historic features.

Path features and surfaces

 The paths throughout the park are shared-use and have a whindust surface. Many suffer from mud, particularly in wet weather.

 Path 15a is a track which is unsurfaced with some sections that are particularly uneven and muddy

 Path 1a crosses the very busy Coupar Angus Road. Care must be taken at all times when crossing here

 Path 43 includes a section of the tarmac shared use path alongside Coupar Angus Rd

 Some of the paths highlighted are a park road through Camperdown, a quiet access road to Clatto, and a quiet track north of Clatto

 Some paths are signed, at least in part, including 1, 5b, 8, 15

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11 Area 3: Ardler, St Mary's and Kirkton Area 3: Ardler, St Mary's and Kirkton

Path Reference Numbers: 1c, 4, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15a, 16, 16b, 37, 46

Summary and key features: Opportunities The paths in this area are mostly tarmac and multi-use. They provide good connections to neighbouring communities, local  Potential for improvement to link up paths 15a and 4 facilities and to parks, open spaces and the countryside. to the disused Dundee - railway in Angus, Paths 4 and 46 give access to Fairmuir Park for recreation rather than walk on the road. and organised sports such as football. The Kingsway Retail

Park is major shopping area accessible via routes 11, 12 and  Create safer crossings over the Kingsway, improve

13. Paths 9 and 10 pass spaces for wildlife in the urban area the paths alongside the Kingsway for cycling

- the Ardler Sustainable Urban Drainage System ponds and the Kirkton nature area.  Increase cycling infrastructure as identified in the

Cycling Strategy

Sections of paths 11, 12, 15a, 37, 46 are shared routes suitable for walking and off road cycling.  Promote the natural and cultural heritage of the area

Path 15a is a track which is used by vehicles for access to private houses and farming.

Path features and surfaces

 Mainly tarmac paths suitable for shared use

 Path 16b is a desire line track from St Mary's to Clatto

 Path 15a is a rough track from Clatto to Bridgefoot

 Path 11 has a whindust surface

 Paths 1, 11, 15, are signed, 46 is partially signed

 Path 37 is a footway signed for cycling. Path 46 is a footway signed for cycling with a path link to the rear of Baldragon Academy.

 Path 1c includes an on road cycle lane at Harestane Rd and is signed 20mph

 Path12 alongside the Kingsway is tarmac, but is very uneven.

12 13 AreaArea 4: Lochee, Charleston and Menzieshill

Path Reference Numbers: 1b, 2, 5, 5b, 35, 35a, 36, 42, 47, 50, 59, 61, 78

Summary and key features: Opportunities

In this area the path network consists of well-used tarmac paths. The links to are important, there  Improvement of wider path network, e.g. paths and are a large number of people commuting to the hospital and steps on Hill and plan dedicated cycling it is also a major hub for public transport. Good signposted infrastructure as identified in the Cycling Strategy routes will encourage people to walk, cycle and use public transport more often.  Conserve/enhance natural and semi-natural habitats e.g. Balgay Park, Ninewells Balgay Park provides a major recreation area for walking, jogging, cycling and other outdoor activities in pleasant  Provide interpretation regarding natural and cultural surroundings. The park includes the magnificent Mills heritage of the area Observatory. Another area for recreation is South Road Park, which is popular for recreation and team sports such as football and includes a skate park, MUGA and the Lynch Sports Centre

The area has good links to Camperdown Country Park and to facilities at Lochee with local shops, schools, services and workplaces.

Path features and surfaces

 The paths are tarmac surfaced

 There are several paths signed for cycling and walking

and feature on the Dundee Cycle Map

 Promote the natural and cultural heritage of the area

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15 Area 5: West End

Path Reference Numbers: 1b, 1d, 2, 2b, 19, 36, 41, 41a, 42, 48, 60, 63, 64, 65, 76

Summary and key features:  Path 62 is a desire line path with great views across the city Paths in this area consist mostly of footways next to roads, which are for pedestrian use only unless there are routes  Paths 1d, 2, 2b, 41, 48 and 71 are signed for cycling signed for cycling. There are important links under and over the railway line. There are several major employers in this area including the University of Dundee, Ninewells Hospital, Opportunities and the Technology Park. Riverside Nature Park was opened in 2011 and is worth visiting for its bird life, wildflowers and  Safeguard popular paths in greenspace areas views over the Tay. A recent project to reduce disturbance to ground nesting birds has allowed Skylarks to breed again.  Segregated cycle paths alongside narrow or busy There are many green areas around the MediPark and the footways as outlined by Dundee Cycling Strategy Technology Park, which attract people for dog walking. Balgay Park, the Botanic Gardens and Magdalen Green  Better cycle links to the Harris Academy provide opportunities for recreation and outdoor activities. Ninewells Hospital grounds includes a woodland with cycle  Promote the natural and cultural heritage of the area paths. The area is connect to Invergowrie and the Perth & Kinross path network via the Green Circular and Sustrans Route NCN 77.

Path features and surfaces

 Mainly tarmac paths

 Several important railway crossings in this area - path

48 is an underpass, path 71 a road bridge, path 64

uses a pedestrian bridge which has steps.

 Pedestrian crossings on Riverside Avenue are a

recent improvement

 Path 76 is a desire line path through MediPark which is well used by local dog walkers

16 17 AreaArea 6: Central

Path Reference Numbers: 4, 5, 6, 11, 13, 14, 20, 46, 49, 51, 52, 52b, 72, 73, 74, 75, 81, 82

 Path 11 has a good whindust surface and is suitable Summary and key features: for cycling and pushchairs

A disused railway forms one of the key routes in this area; Opportunities 'the Miley' links Lochee to the Kingsway Retail Park and provides a green wildlife corridor in the heart of the city. Links  Possible surface and access improvements on the to the Law are popular with walkers and dog walkers. Miley (Path 11)

Clepington Road is a busy street with good links to buses and local shops. Baxter Park is a well used city park which  Possible segregated cycle lanes on Lochee Road and provides for recreation and play; it is also a popular route for Victoria Road, as part of Northern Links Project children going to school at the Morgan Academy. Dudhope Park is another popular area for recreation including walking,  Promote the natural and cultural heritage of the area dog walking, jogging and access to the skate park. Although it is steep the Hilltown provides access to shops and services  The built up nature of this part of the city makes space and is a good link to the city centre. A less steep alternative for off road cycle infrastructure difficult to find is provided via Dens Road.

Path features and surfaces

 Mainly tarmac paths. Paths are either suitable for shared use through green spaces or are footways and cyclists should use the road.

 Paths 49 and 51 include long flights of steps (renovated in 2017) up the Law. There are hand rails on some sections.

 Sections of Path 51 and 52 are signed at the Town to Top walk which guides people from City Square to the top of the Law.

 Path 52 includes a section on the park road, and is signed as a cycle route into the city, using the North Marketgait underpass to Abertay University.

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19 Area 7:Caird Park, Trottick and Finlathen Area 7: Caird Park, Trottick and Finlathen

Path Reference Numbers: 1c, 1e, 6, 10, 12, 17, 18, 21, 38, 46, 54, 55, 75

Summary and key features: Opportunities The area has both historical and natural heritage features of importance, including Trottick Mill Ponds Local Nature Reserve, Caird Park and Mains Castle, and Finlathen Park.  Further improve Core Path 12 alongside the Kingsway Caird Park provides a facility for a variety of recreational for cyclists purposes, such as golf, football, velodrome cycling, regional sport centre and cross country events. Trottick Mill Ponds  Promote Caird Park as an area for recreational were once used in the production of linen and is a haven for activities wildlife. Horses from stables ride in this area. Finlathen Park was also important to the textile industry;  Replace steps with a ramp to allow all abilities access there were many mills, ponds, drying greens and bleachfields to the Aqueduct path 38 in the area. It is now a popular place for recreation. There are some good links to the countryside, but these could be  Tackle the problem of illegal motorbike use improved to increase accessibility for all.

 Improve cycle routes into the city, as described in the

Cycling Strategy

Path features and surfaces

 Motorcycle barriers on the section of path 1 at Trottick

Ponds may impede some access

 Path 38 is an aqueduct which is now a path. There are steps at the north end.

 Path 46 is promoted for cycling

 Recent improvements include new Toucan crossings over the Kingsway, a new path on the North side of the Kingsway at Caird Park, new path links to the Regional Sport Performance Centre in Caird Park.

 Path 54 includes a difficult crossing of the Rd – it is easier to cross at the bridge on path 1. Path 10 crosses several golf fairways.

 The north section of path 18 is an old track and sometimes over grown. One section of path 17 is a muddy desire line, enjoyed by local horseriders.

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Area 8: City Centre

Path Reference Numbers: 1d, 1f, 2, 4, 19, 52, 65, 66, 67, 69, 70, 84

Summary and key features: Opportunities

A large number of visitors to the city arrive by bus and rail.  Improve segregated cycling infrastructure as The pedestrian areas of path 67 provide a great outdoor described in the Cycling Strategy and Northern Links environment to enjoy the old city centre and to linger on foot Project or by cycle. There are a number of attractions for visitors to the city, such as the Discovery, V&A, shops and restaurants.  Increase cycle parking facilities at major destinations With two universities and several major employers there are also many people who commute to Dundee city centre. It is  Provide interpretation on cultural and natural heritage therefore important that the Core Paths in this area provide in the city centre area opportunities for active travel, but also link into the public transport infrastructure. There are links to Dudhope Park,  Low Emission Zone may provide opportunity to which is a well used area for a variety of recreational increase active travel provision activities. Nationally promoted Sustrans routes NCN1, NCN

77 are shown as paths Id and 1f.  Develop Active Travel Hub in the City Centre

Path features and surfaces

 Dedicated shared use paths run alongside the River

Tay and over the Tay Road Bridge.

 Pedestrianised City Centre

 New paths link the City Centre to the Waterfront

through Slessor Gardens and railway station, and over

the railway at Seabraes

 Paths have a tarmac or paved surfaced

 Most are pavements next to roads where cycling is not

currently permitted, although paths 1d, 1f, 65, 84 are

designated as shared-use

 Dundee University has cycle parking for hundreds of bikes and is a Cycling Friendly Campus

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AreaArea 9:9: West Ferry

Path Reference Numbers: 1f, 1h, 3, 6b, 12, 20, 20b, 20c, 24, 25, 29, 53

Summary and key features:

Important areas for recreational access are Dawson Park and Grassy Beach. Local schools and workplaces are also connected by the path network, supported by excellent bus services. Dawson, Monymusk and Dawson Parks provide a Opportunities range of public sports pitches. There are links to Broughty Ferry, the City Centre and north  Create an off-road link along Road, towards the countryside. Sustrans NCN 1 and the Green connecting the College and secondary school to the Circular are well promoted routes linking this area to other wider community routes both locally and nationally. Arbroath Road and Dundee Road West are very busy and  Expand on existing interpretation relating to cultural create a barriers to access. and natural heritage

 Path through the Port could be a future Core Path, Path features and surfaces with the agreement of the Port Authority.

 Many paths in this area are either shared-use, have the potential to become shared use, or have on road cycling lanes

 Path 1f crosses the railway twice using pavements on

road bridges

 Path 29 uses a pedestrian bridge over the railway

which has steps

 The path through the Port is the Green Circular and

NCN 1. It has been recently opened up to all users,

removing the need for ID checks.

 A new pedestrian crossing at Dawson Park adds a safe connection across the busy road. There is an underpass at Monymusk Park.

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25 Area 10: Douglas, WhitfieldWhitfield and FintryFintry

Path Reference Numbers: 1e, 1g, 6, 24, 53, 54, 56a, 56b, 83, 85

Summary and key features: Opportunities

The majority of the paths in this area are multi-use paths  Tackle problem of illegal motorbike use providing connections between communities and to community facilities such as schools and shops. There are  Promote the natural and cultural heritage of the area - also links to the countryside and to greenspaces such as in particular the Dighty Burn Middleton Woods and the Dighty Burn. Middleton Woods is Dundee's Community Woodland and is a great space for  Create links to the countryside people and biodiversity to come together. There are good connections to workplaces in the Baldovie Industrial Estate.  Redevelopment of Whitfield, provides opportunities to create infrastructure to encourage more active travel. The Whitfield area is undergoing major redevelopment more local shared use paths will increase active travel links here.

Path features and surfaces

 The paths in this area are mostly tarmac surfaced and are or could be shared use

 Path 6 is made from whindust where is passes through Middleton Woods and there are motorcycle barriers on part of this route which may impede access

 Paths 1e, 1g, Longhaugh Rd section of 6, 53 and 85 are signed for shared use.

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27 Area 11: North East Countryside Area 11: North East Countryside

Path Reference Numbers: 1g, 20, 22, 23a, 23b, 32, 57

Summary and key features: Opportunities

The majority of this area has a countryside feel with  Complete the path along the Dighty – Core Path 22 farmland. There are two new housing developments at missing link Linlathen House and Balmossie which will increase the need for path networks allowing for both access to the countryside  Possible reinstatement of countryside features such and to shops, schools and other facilities. as drystone dykes and hedgerows There are good connections to Angus, particularly via the Green Circular route, along the Arbroath Road and over the  Aspirational off-road links would improve the network, Seven Arches Viaduct. adding circular routes

There are links into Broughty Ferry, the Baldovie Industrial  Improved path links developed with the new housing Estate and to Douglas. The Linlathen bridges (East and West) are A listed, the east bridge is the oldest iron bridge in Scotland, and is amongst the oldest in the world.

New development in the area will continue to expand the path network. There will be new opportunities for links which may become core paths the future.

The Brae Stables use some of the paths here

Path features and surfaces

 Paths 23a and 23b are partially on surfaced paths and partially on rough tracks

 Path 57 is a rough track allowing access to the wider

countryside in Angus

 Path 22 near Sainsbury is whindust and gives access

to woodlands alongside the Burn. Path 22 at

Balmossie is unsurfaced and can be overgrown.

 In the built up areas the majority of the paths are well

surfaced

 Path 20 is signed for shared use and is a promoted cycle route to Arbroath

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29 AreaArea 12: 12: Broughty Broughty Ferry Ferry

Path Reference Numbers: 1g, 1h, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 31b, 32, 33, 34, 58, 68, 80, 86

Summary and key features: Opportunities

This is a popular area for outdoor access due to its attractive  Increase available off road cycle network as described greenspaces, coastal landscape and cultural heritage. The in the Dundee Cycling Strategy routes in this area are mainly tarmac paths. Routes included are useful for accessing shops, schools and community  Continue to promote natural and cultural heritage in facilities. the area

There are links to Angus via the Sustrans route NCN 1 and  Improve Green Circular/NCN1 on Douglas Terrace as Green Circular Route part of Flood defence works to provide an off road shared use path The Broughty Ferry Local Nature Reserve and coastal dunes provide great spaces for enhancing biodiversity and  Improve Green Circular/NCN1 on The Esplanade to providing places for people to come into contact with nature. provide off road shared use path

Orchar Park, Broughty Beach, Barnhill Rock garden and Reres Hill are the main spaces for outdoor leisure.

Path features and surfaces

 Mostly tarmac paths, with the exception of the Broughty Ferry LNR, which is whindust

 Links across the railway include Path 24 - a pavement on a road bridge over the railway, Path 29 - a crossing point and alternative underpass, Path 58 - an underpass, Paths 31 and 34 - pedestrian bridges with steps

 Path 1g is signed for shared use as is part of 1h. Path 34 is partially signed as shared us and partially signed for on road cycling with a footway

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Number Path Name Number Path Name Number Path Name 1 Green Circular, NCN 1, NCN 77 28 Nursery Road 58 Orchar Park 2 Greenways West 29 Queen Street - Gray Street 59 Balgay Hill 3 Greenways East 30 Road 60 Balgay Hill South 4 City Centre - Bridgefoot 31 Abertay Street - Shiell Street 61 Observatory 5 City Centre - Camperdown 32 Seven Arches 62 Coo's Field, Balgay Hill 6 City Centre - Burnside of Duntrune ( 33 Strathmore Street 63 Blackness Avenue Road) 34 Balmossie Street 64 Windsor Street 7 Western Countryside Link 35 Balgay - Menzieshill Path 65 Magdalen Green - City Centre 8 Templeton - Ardler link 36 Ninewells - Menzieshill Link 66 Railway Station - Nethergate 9 Ardler - Kirkton link 37 Ardler - Kingsway Link 67 City Centre 10 Kirkton - Caird Park Link 38 Finlathen Aqueduct 68 Camperdown Street 11 The Miley 39 Liff - Camperdown 69 Bell Street 12 The Kingsway 40 Invergowrie - Grey Lodge 70 Riverside Drive Crossing 13 Clepington Road 41 Ninewells South 71 Riverside - Ninewells Link 14 The Law 42 Ninewells North 72 Arthurstone Terrace 15 Birkhill - Bridgefoot link 43 Camperdown North and Birkhill Link 73 Ann Street 15b Birkhill - Templeton 44 Camperdown Main Drive 74 Dura Street 15c Clatto 45 Camperdown mid section 75 Forfar Road 16 Clatto - St Mary's Link 46 City Centre - Downfield Path 76 MediPark Link 17 Trottick Link 47 Menzieshill Path 77 Swallow Hotel ROW 18 Claverhouse Countryside Link 48 Perth Rd - Riverside Drive - under railway 78 Lochee High Street 19 Perth Road 49 Law - West Side 79 Ardler - Templeton Entrance 20 Arbroath Road 50 Gourdie Link and Dykes of Gray 80 Road 21 Caird Park - Trottick link 51 Law - South side 81 Broughty Ferry Road 22 Dighty (Panmurefield) 52 City Centre - Dudhope Park 82 Baxter Park Link 23 Linlathen Countryside Link 53 Stannergate to Whitfield 83 Drumgeith Rd to Douglas 24 Claypotts Road 54 Fintry path 84 Whalers Lane 25 Strathern Road 55 Fintry path link south 85 Lothian Crescent 26 Seafield Road 56 Fintry path link north 86 St 27 Forthill Road - Fintry Place 57 Northern Countryside Link East

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